Therapists in Acton, ON

Life is a winding road, and often we can encounter bumps, detours and roadblocks along the way. I am committed to being your supportive passenger along your journey. Using a non-judgemental, client-centred approach, I can work alongside you to help you steer towards the life you want.

We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.

When our bodies harbour past traumas, regrets, future worries, and 'what ifs,' navigating present problems and making decisions for a meaningful life becomes challenging. With a decade of medical and mental health experience, I bring more than traditional therapy to our sessions. I would love to help reconnect your body and mind, awakening your inner therapist. Offering both in-person and online therapy, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, psychoanalysis, brainspotting, SFBT, Narrative Therapy, and Behavioural Analysis.

Do you suffer with chronic pain or illness that leaves you feeling broken, hopeless, and disconnected? This disconnection can show up in our relationships with others, but also in the most important relationship – the one with ourselves. Trauma and toxic relationships can manifest as anxiety, stress, and low mood, but can also show up physically. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with feeling these things, but you are ready to make a change. I am here to help you get to the root of your suffering and live a life that is aligned with your values. Let’s work together to reconnect you with yourself and rediscover a more meaningful life!

Do you often feel anxious, worried, and depressed? How about frustrated or even guilty? Perhaps you have experienced trauma, feel lost trying to understand your mind, and want to reduce the impact of painful thoughts and feelings. My work focuses on anxiety, depression, trauma and emotional issues. I can help you to find calm and peace in your life, and create a rich, full and meaningful life. I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals. I also hold a master's degree in counselling psychology, certification in counselling skills, MBCT, hypnosis, telehealth and trauma.

CHANGE IS POSSIBLE. Are you feeling burned out, anxious or depressed? Maybe you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Are you ready for a life change? I provide therapy to individuals who are looking for ways to change dysfunctional patterns and heal the wounds that block them from living the life they want. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where together we can help you uncover hidden layers of yourself, develop new coping skills, experience inner transformation and personal growth. My areas of focus are anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationships and existential crisis.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, self-critical, having a hard time 'turning off' your thoughts or feeling like you’re 'going through the motions’? Are you just done with feeling the way you’re feeling? It's time for you to restore your confidence, rebuild a sense of holistic well-being and enjoy life again! If you're looking for a therapist, chances are you're hoping to make changes in these or other areas. I will help empower you to learn new ways of dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma & relationships. Therapy can absolutely help you make room for new ways of coping and feel better again!

This is a space for you to learn more about yourself as you embrace change, life transitions, loss, grief and personal growth. With care and curiosity we can create an inner environment that holds the potential for courage, compassionate witnessing and transformation. I assist clients in building a deep relationship with themselves, so they can live feeling more aligned and centered within and more connected to the world around them. I believe you are the expert of your lived experience and we will work collaboratively towards your desired goals.

We all have the capacity to rise above and create positive changes in our lives. By exploring your mental, emotional and physiological responses to stress, I can teach you strategies to manage challenges and symptoms in ways that will help you feel safe, grounded and connected. As a Trauma-Informed clinician, I integrate the following Brain-Based therapies to support your change and growth: EMDR, Brainspotting, Polyvagal theory. We will work together to help you cope with stress, build resilience and improve relationships. You CAN move forward from anxiety, depression, stress and trauma.

You may be unsure if sharing your story with a therapist will create the positive change you need. However, if you met & even surpassed your expectations, you would likely feel well-served by the interaction. I am here to help you do just that in a safe environment. I specialize in helping individuals obtain a DISTINCT sense of RELIEF from what distresses them. My strongest experience is with STRESS related issues manifesting in ANXIETY, Depression, OCD & Eating Disorders. I also work well with those dealing with FEAR, Anger, PANIC, Addictions, Grief, Physical Health (cancer etc.) & more. Check out my YOUTUBE channel MIND BOSS!

Sometimes, we come to a point in our lives when we know that change is necessary, but we may not know where or how to start. It can be distressing, uncomfortable, and overwhelming to confront the experiences, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that stand in our way of meaningful change and growth. You don’t have to go on this journey alone. At Esscey Psychotherapy, I provide warm, safe, and judgement-free therapy to clients over the age of 18 that allows for deeper exploration of your wants, needs, challenges, and concerns. I welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations.

IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITY - that there is a way to think differently; to feel differently; to live differently. Within each of us, we possess the tools we need to heal & be happy. But sometimes we make unhealthy choices in order to cope with emotional &/or physical pain. Despite our best intentions we can spiral downward, negatively impacting our relationships, careers, physical health & lifestyle. I believe that with support, change can happen. I am registered with a Master of Social Work & over 30yrs of clinical experience in the areas of trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, parenting, life transitions & mindfulness.

Our life is not always easy. Sometimes we feel that everything is quite complicated and confusing. I am here to help you to look at yourself, your beliefs, your emotions, your relationships and your life from a different perspective. Sometimes, when you feel stuck and confused, anxious or depressed you need someone who will be with you and help you on that journey. Sometimes you may feel that something is not right with you, that you are broken or you are not loved, you have issues with self-esteem but it shouldn't be your reality for the rest of your life. We can start looking at that together changing it step by step.

I personally know how it feels to be overwhelmed by the demands of school, work, everyday responsibilities and personal relationships. When challenged by the symptoms of AD(H)D, anxiety or depression everyone can become burdened by life's distractions, unable to prioritize and find the time to nurture relationships, pursue personal interests, meet desired goals and find peace and happiness in our day. To facilitate the changes you would like to see, I will create a safe place to process relationship issues, symptoms related to AD(H)D, trauma, depression, anxiety that have impacted your quality of life.

Therapy with me is about befriending oneself unconditionally, with compassion and kindness. Through traumas, life transitions, mistakes, and successes, mindfulness can be that constant strategy that allows you to be grounded firmly in your healing. My approach is holistic, and one that synthesizes the mind, body, and spirit. My work is rooted in yoga and Buddhist practices and my professional social work experience of 18 years. My practice is LGBTQIA2S-affirming, pro-fat and anti-racist. My areas of specialty are: anxiety, depression, chronic/terminal illness, grief, burnout, body image, relationships, and immigrant issues.

I specialize in treating anxiety, trauma and addictions (both behavioral and substance related). I have been in the counselling field since 2012 and bring experience and extensive training to my practice. I believe that with the right support, we are all able to overcome challenges that we never thought possible. I am an approved Mental Health Provider for the NIHB Program for eligible First Nations People. Online sessions also available. I am trained in a variety of methods, including Brainspotting and EMDR for trauma.

We all know life can be challenging. However, sometimes parts of it can get too challenging, and we can’t seem to resolve our issues on our own, or even with the help we're currently getting. Whether it’s depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, grief, or stress (or a combination of these), the way we’d like to live our life can seem out of our reach. This can happen to just about all of us at some point. The good news is we don’t have to struggle alone and a professional can really help change things.

The majority of my clients are struggling with a unique cluster of symptoms that impact their ability to live life on their terms. Most are unaware of the ways our hormones, trauma and ADHD intersect, and too often we are poorly supported. In order for symptoms to shift, we need to address the many ways symptoms arise, and finding cohesive care can be challenging.

Change, growth, challenges, and transitions are inevitable, unavoidable, and often completely unexpected in life resulting in small traumas that can still cause significant distress in daily functioning. A part of being human involves having perceived “demons” in our closets or events we experienced in our past or childhood that may impact our present-day functioning. You may have unintentionally learned that repressing or not talking about these small traumas is the “appropriate” way to cope but it may not be working resulting in you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, upset, and like you are spinning out of control.